Bovet 19 Thirty with Dimier case

Angus Davies reviews the Bovet 19 Thirty with Dimier case, a watch which celebrates the transition from pocket watches to wristwatches with incredibly stylish results.

Today, much discussion focusses upon new technologies such as 'connected devices' and 'smart watches'. With the odd exception, I confess, I am somewhat underwhelmed by the notion of an electronic device adorning my wrist. Indeed, I would describe a so-called 'smart watch' as merely a wrist-worn electronic gadget, sharing little in common with horology.
A fine watch, in my opinion, should be imbued with craftsmanship, brim with style, harness history and express the character and passion of its creator. Moreover, a fine timepiece should proffer longevity and not be rendered obsolete in a matter of months.
However, I accept that I may be accused of being a laggard. In fact, I have no doubt, that in the early part of the 20th century, many similarly conservative souls expressed alarm at the notion of wearing a watch upon their wrist, rather than in the seemly location of a waistcoat pocket.
Nevertheless, as history has shown, the wristwatch has gone on to be celebrated as a practical means of wearing a timepiece, whilst still respecting the watchmaking traditions of the 18th and 19th centuries.
Recently, the historic maison, Bovet, released its '19 Thirty Collection' which references this period of transition, when watches migrated from the waistcoat to the wrist. One model is presented in a ' Fleurier ' case and shares a similar appearance to the brand's legendary Easel chronometer of yesteryear.
The Fleurier case incorporates an exquisite crown and non-functional bow, located above noon. Gracing the fluted crown is a regal blue cabochon, reinforcing the perception that this is a watch of impeccable breeding. It cleverly fuses the aesthetics of a pocket watch with the practicality of a wristwatch.
When Pascal Raffy, the owner of Bovet 1822 and Dimier 1738, designed the 19 Thirty with the Fleurier case, he created a magnificent timepiece, delivering an original appearance, whilst respecting the legacy of Bovet's former historic timepieces.
A further model from Bovet, the 19 Thirty with Dimier case, shares much in common with the aforementioned 19 Thirty with Fleurier case. However, in this instance, it features four horns and a comparatively conventional crown, located at 3 o'clock. It is this latter model which is the focal point of my editorial interest on this occasion. vedere di piu falso rolex e Rolex Air King